Gatewood Schools

Gatewood Schools serves 423 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, is a member of the Georgia Accrediting Commission, the Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools.
The student:teacher of Gatewood Schools is 9:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Gatewood Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

Category
Attribute
Sports offered

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
423 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 27%
Students by Grade
Gatewood Schools Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
18 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform Required

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Mar. 1 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
5880 - Preschool 7000 - Grades K5 - 5 7240 -Grade 6-8 7480 - Grades 9-12
% on Financial Aid
20%
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 81%
Application URL

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
13 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Academic CompetitionAnchor Club
Boy ScoutsFellowship of Christian Athletes
Girl ScoutsKey Club
LiteraryNational Honor Society
One-Act PlayScience Olympiad
Spanish ClubStudent Government Association
Yearbook

School Notes

  • School Motto: Generations of Excellence
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Gatewood Schools cost?
Gatewood Schools's tuition is approximately $7,000 for private students.
What schools are Gatewood Schools often compared to?
Gatewood Schools is often viewed alongside schools like John Milledge Academy by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Gatewood Schools?
The acceptance rate of Gatewood Schools is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 78%.
What sports does Gatewood Schools offer?
Gatewood Schools offers 14 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Equestrian, Football, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling. Gatewood Schools is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for most sports offered.
What is Gatewood Schools's ranking?
Gatewood Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for: Largest student body and Most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Gatewood Schools?
The application deadline for Gatewood Schools is Mar. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Mar. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Top Ranked GA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 423 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $7,000
  • Acceptance rate: 90%
  • Average class size: 18 students
  • Application Deadline: Mar. 1 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Georgia is $14,167 for elementary schools and $14,359 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Georgia is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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